Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax VS20

Let's look a little more closely at the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and VS20 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was introduced 4 years earlier than the VS20 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the SP-565UZ grades vs the VS20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-565UZ and Pentax Optio VS20. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-565UZ comes with exterior measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Pentax VS20 has dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Pentax VS20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-565UZ and the VS20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SP-565UZ and VS20 is 72 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The visual here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-565UZ and VS20.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax VS20 to resolve more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.